Trail Running calendar near Alva 2025-2026

Challenge the snowy highlands at Snow Running Glenshee on Saturday 28 February 2026 near Ballater. A scenic hill race with crisp air and big views, entries open soon on ProTay.

Culzean Castle Trail Runs return on Sunday 1 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km and half marathon options across scenic coastal woodlands. Canicross friendly, all finishers get a medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack.

Enjoy scenic trail running around Corstorphine Hill in Edinburgh with 10km, 5km and a 1km family fun run on 1 March 2026. Off road, clearly marked routes and post race mementos make this a great day out for runners and families.

Tackle the scenic John Muir Way in East Lothian with this 50 km trail race or a 2x25 km team relay on 7 March 2026. Coastal paths, woodland and charming villages lead to a memorable finish at Foxlake Adventures.

Enjoy spring trails at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton on 29 March 2026 with 5 km, 10 km or 15 km options for all abilities. Friendly vibe, scenic views and easy online ticketing make this a great day out for runners and supporters.

Run Balmoral 15 mile trail on Balmoral Estate offers a scenic, challenging route from the castle along the River Dee and through Ballochbuie forest up toward Lochnagar. Expect changeable weather, a finisher medal and tree planted per entry.

Event overview Beecraigs Backyard Ultra takes place 25–26 April 2026 at Beecraigs Country Park, near Linlithgow in West Lothian, Scotland. The event uses the Backyard Ultra format: all entrants run the same loop in sequence and must complet..

Run a scenic 44 mile loop around the Firth of Forth from Helix Park, crossing two iconic bridges and linking coastal paths. Solo runners or teams of 2 or 4 can tackle this waymarked mixed road and trail ultramarathon and earn a medal and te..

Take on a classic point to point trail ultramarathon along the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Fort William. Epic Highland scenery, big climbs and pure endurance reward across 42 miles.

Run the award winning Hidden Glen 10K beside Loch Doine and into Monachyle Glen, with scenic trails and a 1K fun run for kids. Expect mixed tarmac and muddy trail, chip timing and medals for finishers.

Enjoy a scenic trail run through the grounds of Scone Palace on Sunday 26 April 2026 with 5km and 10km options, the latter including a lap of Perth Racecourse. Canicross friendly, all finishers receive a medal, Wild Deer merch and refreshme..

Take on the 90K Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra, a fully marked scenic route across historic Fife finishing at St Andrews Cathedral. Run through towns like Dunfermline, Markinch and Ceres for a memorable endurance pilgrimage.

Run the Kintyre Way Ultra on 9 May 2026 from Tayinloan to Campbeltown, a scenic trail through beaches, woods and hills with stunning island views. Well supported course with refreshments, drop bags and relay options.

Run a rugged 55 mile circle of the Cateran Trail from Gulabin Lodge in Spittal of Glenshee. With 2,250 m ascent and mostly off road terrain, this UTMB Index qualifier is a tough scenic Highland challenge.

Run 400 km across the wild Scottish Highlands in the Cape Wrath Ultra, an eight day multi stage adventure from Fort William to Cape Wrath lighthouse. Each day brings remote mountains, sea lochs, overnight camps and full on course support.

Blair Castle Trail Weekender offers scenic trail races from kids runs to a 60 km ultra across the Atholl Estate beneath the Cairngorms. The event village brings live music, outdoor cinema and wellness workshops for a festival feel.

Join the Ayrshire Coast Sunset Ultra on 5 to 6 June 2026, a scenic 50 km out and back from Irvine Beach along coastal beaches and trails. Expect marshalled crossings, aid stations, post race treats, a finisher medal and goody bag.

Tackle a scenic 31 mile ultra around Loch Lyon with 3,500 ft of climbing and river crossings that promise wet feet and big views. Limited to 180 runners, this rugged Perthshire course earns 2 UTMB points and rewards solid training.

Tackle 56 miles along the stunning Southern Upland Way in Ultra Scotland 50 on 6 June 2026, featuring 2,447 m of climbing and live GPS tracking for supporters. Expect a rugged, scenic test across wild Scottish hills.

Take on Ultra Scotland 100, a 104 mile trail ultramarathon along the stunning Southern Upland Way from St Johns Town of Dalry to Galashiels. Tackle remote Scottish hills, strict cut offs and earn a commemorative buckle for finishing.